General Description

A Variable Air Volume (VAV) System is designed to monitor and regulate the exhaust airflow of a chemical fume hood according to operating conditions and the position of the front sash.

FineLab integrates advanced airflow control systems into chemical fume hoods, providing controlled exhaust operation, operating data display, and alarm functions according to the selected system configuration.

The VAV system adjusts the exhaust airflow volume in response to changing operating conditions while supporting the required fume hood containment performance.

Key Features and Benefits

• Airflow Control: Regulation of exhaust airflow according to sash position and operating requirements.
• Digital Display: Real-time indication of operating parameters and system status.
• Alarms and Warnings: Audible or visual alerts when predefined operating conditions are exceeded.
• Night Mode: Optional reduced-airflow operation according to system design and safety requirements.
• Energy Efficiency: Reduced exhaust airflow when operating conditions permit, helping minimize ventilation and HVAC energy consumption.
• Auto Sash Integration: Optional coordination with electric sash systems for improved fume hood operation.

Typical Applications

VAV systems are suitable for research laboratories, academic institutions, industrial laboratories, and facilities operating chemical fume hoods for extended periods.

They are particularly relevant for laboratory projects requiring advanced airflow control, energy management, and continuous monitoring of fume hood operating conditions.

Integration with FineLab Fume Hoods

FineLab integrates VAV systems into chemical fume hoods according to project specifications and laboratory ventilation requirements.

Control systems, digital displays, alarm functions, and operating modes can be configured to suit the fume hood design and the laboratory exhaust system.